Asphalt Laborer

Mago Construction Company is a family-owned asphalt paving contractor based out of Bardstown, KY with asphalt plants, two rock quarries, and construction operations throughout the state of Kentucky. We seek to add asphalt laborers to our Northern Kentucky paving crew that works in counties such as Pendleton, Bracken, Campbell, Grant, Owen, and Henry. Asphalt laborers are essential to pouring, smoothing, and setting of asphalt on construction projects utilizing a variety of hand and power tools. The main role of the asphalt laborer is to look after the mat. This includes shoveling, raking, and lining out the road. This also includes monitoring the mat for quality.

JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS

General laborer duties associated with asphalt paving or road construction work. Safely operate a variety of asphalt construction and maintenance tools and equipment. Handling of hot mix asphalt and other road construction materials. Learn to identify and address deficiencies in the mat. Assist others on the crew as needed or as directed. For example, cleaning the tailgate of a dump truck after it unloads or picking up haul tickets from a dump truck driver. Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment and movement of materials. Develop knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction and paving. Demonstrate the ability to work independently. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required. Must have reliable transportation to and from jobsites. Must be safety conscious, self-motivated, and a team player. Must be willing to work long days, consistent overtime, Saturdays/weekends, and night shifts when a project or the nature of a project requires. Prior experience in construction work or asphalt paving is a plus but not required.